Jury Awards $700,000 in Underinsured Motorist Injury Claim
One driver failed to yield the right of way at an intersection, causing a motor vehicle accident. The crash resulted in neck, back, and knee injuries. The case was settled with the defendant driver for their policy limits. The remaining claim proceeded against the underinsured motorist coverage provider.
Case Information Updated: October 2025
About Back Strain / Soft Tissue Injuries
Back strain and soft tissue injuries are among the most common injuries sustained in car accidents. These injuries affect muscles, tendons, and ligaments in the back, often resulting from the sudden impact forces experienced during a collision.
Case Outcome
- Outcome
- Settlement
- Amount
- $807,000
- County
- DeKalb County, GA
- Resolved
- 2016
Injury & Accident Details
- Injury Type
- Back Strain / Soft Tissue
- Accident Type
- Other
- Case Type
- Motor Vehicle Negligence
Settlement Context
This settlement of $807,000 is above the median of $20,000 for back strain / soft tissue cases resolved by settlement. The typical range is $7,500 to $75,000, based on 235 cases in our database.
Case Overview
A motor vehicle accident occurred after a driver failed to yield the right of way at an intersection, resulting in the plaintiff sustaining neck, back, and knee injuries. The plaintiff initially settled with the at-fault driver for the driver's policy limits of $50,000.
The case then proceeded to trial against the plaintiff's underinsured motorist (UIM) carrier, Defendant State Farm, which provided $750,000 in coverage. A jury subsequently awarded $807,000. This amount was reduced to reflect the UIM policy limits and the prior settlement, resulting in a final award of $700,000 for the plaintiff.
Understanding This Case
- The majority of soft tissue injuries resolve within 6-12 weeks with proper treatment. However, approximately 10-20% of cases may develop into chronic conditions requiring ongoing care.
- This case was resolved through a settlement, avoiding the uncertainty and expense of a trial. Settlements typically resolve faster and provide guaranteed compensation.
- This case was resolved in DeKalb County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
- Resolved in 2016, this case reflects the legal and economic conditions of that period, including medical costs, insurance practices, and jury award trends at the time.
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